Case Report: Successful laparoscopic approach for the management of a voluminous left paratubal cyst: two cases and a literature review - Takeaways - MDSpire

Case Report: Successful laparoscopic approach for the management of a voluminous left paratubal cyst: two cases and a literature review

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  • Asma Sghaier

  • Sabri Youssef

  • July 8, 2026

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    Paratubal cysts develop in the broad ligament of the uterus and are considered giant when they exceed 150 mm in size.

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    Two young women presented with pelvic pain and abdominal distension due to large left paratubal cysts compressing adjacent structures.

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    A laparoscopic approach was utilized for surgical resection, providing histological confirmation and symptom relief without cyst spillage.

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    Expertise is required for laparoscopic management of large paratubal cysts to avoid complications and preserve fertility.

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    Comprehensive investigations are necessary to determine the nature of cystic paratubal masses, with surgical resection being the definitive diagnostic method.

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